33 upcoming lectures events
L’eau primordiale – Leçons de Mésopotamie
Wed, 27 May 2026 at 14:30
Musée du Louvre
A Louvre Auditorium lecture exploring Mesopotamian civilization through the theme of water. Scholars examine irrigation, city life and myth to reveal how water shaped early society, politics, and culture. A formal, museum-style talk that brings ancient Mesopotamia to life.
Sonnets de Michel-Ange
Wed, 27 May 2026 at 22:00
Musée du Louvre
An in-depth Louvre Auditorium lecture examining Michelangelo's sonnets and their role in Renaissance poetry. Explore the poet’s verse, its historical context, and how these intimate poems illuminate Michelangelo's broader artistic world beyond sculpture. Free with museum admission or ticket.
Pourquoi ton cœur s’emballe ? Conférence sur l’adolescence
Thu, 28 May 2026
Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie
A science conference at the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie explores why the heart beats faster in adolescence, with experts covering physiology, emotions, and teen health. The talk promises accessible explanations in a museum setting, combining science with real-life relevance.
Indefinito
Sat, 30 May 2026 at 22:00
Musée du Louvre
An evening lecture at the Louvre's Auditorium titled Indefinito. This history-focused talk invites attendees to explore themes surrounding the exhibit and its significance, in a formal setting inside one of Paris's premier museums. Free or ticket-included; 8:00 PM on May 30, 2026.
Scénographier une exposition: Michel-Ange et Rodin
Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 14:30
Musée du Louvre
An expert Louvre Auditorium lecture on scenographing an exhibition about Michel-Ange and Rodin, exploring display design, visitor experience, and curatorial storytelling in a world-class museum setting.
Rodin et Michel-Ange, le chant des statues
Fri, 5 Jun 2026 at 21:00
Musée du Louvre
A Louvre Auditorium lecture exploring the dialogue between Rodin and Michelangelo, tracing how statue-making from antiquity to modern expression shapes their works. The evening invites visitors to compare style, material, and myth in one of the world’s great sculpture collections, with expert context from museum curators.
ORLAN 2
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 at 21:00
Musée du Louvre
A Louvre lecture in the Auditorium offering insights into ORLAN's provocative body-art and its place in contemporary art history. The talk, hosted at Musée du Louvre, invites reflection on artistic identity, gender, and the boundaries of art.
Trois regards sur un artiste
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 at 21:00
Musée du Louvre
An evening lecture at the Louvre's Auditorium titled 'Trois regards sur un artiste' presenting three perspectives on a single artist. Scholars examine the artist's oeuvre from different angles, blending art-history insight with the museum setting in a formal, engaging program.
Biggeh (Égypte). Renaissance d'un trésor oublié
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 at 14:30
Musée du Louvre
At the Louvre Auditorium, this lecture examines the Renaissance of a forgotten Egyptian treasure, tracing its journey from antiquity to modern rediscovery. A scholarly, accessible exploration of Egyptology, museum history, and the artifact's tale.
Mythe du sculpteur / Sculpteur mythique
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 at 14:30
Musée du Louvre
Join a Louvre lecture in the Auditorium as it explores the myth of the sculptor. The talk blends art history with myth to reveal how sculptors have been imagined and depicted, offering a thoughtful, museum-atmosphere deep-dive into sculpture and imagination at Paris' iconic museum.
Le Mariage de Maria Braun
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 at 22:00
Musée du Louvre
Attend a thought‑provoking lecture at the Louvre’s Auditorium exploring Le Mariage de Maria Braun. The talk places Fassbinder’s film in postwar German cinema, offering historical context and cinematic analysis within Paris’s premier museum.
Lecture: La Tragédie du roi Christophe
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 at 22:00
MC93 — Maison de la Culture de Seine-Saint-Denis
An insightful lecture at MC93 on La Tragédie du roi Christophe by Aimé Césaire, examining power, colonial history, and postcolonial identity in Césaire's verse drama. Held at the Maison de la Culture de Seine-Saint-Denis, this evening session invites literature lovers to a thoughtful discussion.
L'Urgence – Lecture by Mathilde Delahaye
Mon, 8 Jun 2026 at 22:00
MC93 — Maison de la Culture de Seine-Saint-Denis
An evening lecture at MC93 in Bobigny featuring Mathilde Delahaye on L'Urgence. This formal talk probes urgent social and philosophical questions, offering insightful analysis and fresh perspectives within a vibrant cultural venue.
4EU+ Summer School on Microplastics – Geneva
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 at 20:00
Sorbonne Université
Join the 4EU+ Summer School on Microplastics in Geneva at Sorbonne Université. A multi‑disciplinary program for students and professionals featuring expert talks, discussions, and hands‑on sessions on microplastic sources, transport, effects, and solutions to pollution in water and soils. Apply now.
culture wars
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 at 22:00
Petit bain
An intimate evening at Petit Bain in Paris exploring how culture wars shape art, media, and public life. This talk-style event gathers critics and thinkers to unpack questions about identity, power, and cultural conflict in contemporary society.
Peut-On Réformer La Police ?
Wed, 1 Jul 2026 at 22:00
La Flèche d'Or
An engaging live discussion in Paris at La Flèche d'Or about reforming policing and civil liberties. The event brings policy experts to explore governance, community safety, and policing strategies in a lively club setting.
ORLAN 3
Fri, 25 Sept 2026 at 21:00
Musée du Louvre
An evening lecture at the Louvre's Auditorium exploring ORLAN's provocative body of work. This formal, intellectual talk situates ORLAN within contemporary art and gender discourse, offering insights inside the Musée du Louvre.
Beneath the surface: maths
Fri, 11 Sept 2026 at 20:00
Sorbonne Université
Explore the hidden depths of mathematics in this public talk at Sorbonne Université, peeling back intuition to reveal rigorous ideas. The session connects surface-level concepts to deeper structures, with examples and questions designed for curious minds.
Anatomy of an Almost Quantum Computer
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 at 20:00
Sorbonne Université
An in-depth university lecture at Sorbonne Université exploring how interference shapes quantum computation and why building scalable quantum machines remains challenging. The talk blends fundamental physics with recent research breakthroughs, inviting students and professionals to glimpse the quantum future.
LEE HARRIS - The Oneness Experience
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 at 21:00
L'Alhambra
Join Lee Harris for The Oneness Experience at L'Alhambra in Paris. An immersive evening exploring unity, consciousness, and personal awakening through guided discourse and experiential insights. A thought-provoking event in a historic venue blending intellectual exploration with intimate performance.
« Le Vent se lève » : Miyazaki face à l’histoire
Fri, 19 Feb 2027 at 18:30
Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité
A university lecture at Amphithéâtre 5C, Université Paris Cité, on Miyazaki's The Wind Rises and its relation to history. Led by historian Michael Lucken, the talk pairs cinematic storytelling with historical narrative in a Paris academic setting.
« La clef des chants » – une étude des manuscrits de Georges Brassens
Wed, 24 Mar 2027 at 12:15
Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité
An academic study of Georges Brassens' manuscripts led by Jérôme Arnould at Amphithéâtre 9E, Halle aux Farines, Université Paris Cité. The talk traces draft materials to illuminate Brassens' lyric craft and evolution, offering rare insights into a French chanson icon.
What if our future is in the Ocean?
Tue, 30 Mar 2027 at 20:00
Sorbonne Université
Explore how the oceans may shape humanity's future in this Sorbonne Université lecture. Marine scientists examine climate risks, innovative ocean technologies, and policy pathways for sustainable stewardship, inviting critical reflection on our blue planet.
Odyssée interstellaire
Sun, 21 Mar 2027 at 18:00
Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie
An eye-opening science lecture at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie, exploring interstellar travel, space exploration, and cutting-edge astrophysics behind distant worlds. An engaging talk that blends vivid visuals with clear explanations for curious minds.
Dans la peau d’un nuage
Mon, 29 Mar 2027 at 16:30
Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie
Join a science lecture at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie in Paris as they explore 'Dans la peau d’un nuage'—a poetic, accessible look at clouds, meteorology and atmosphere. Free with reservation; indoor event in the museum's auditorium.
Momies égyptiennes: défis éthiques et nouvelles conversations
Fri, 12 Mar 2027 at 16:30
Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité
Angela Stienne leads a public lecture at Université Paris Cité on the ethical challenges of displaying Egyptian mummies. The talk probes museology, consent, repatriation, and the politics of knowledge, inviting new conversations about museums and heritage.
Creating Crystals: a Journey Between Art and Science
Thu, 21 Jan 2027 at 19:00
Sorbonne Université
Discover how crystal science and artistic practice illuminate each other in this interdisciplinary lecture at Sorbonne Université. The talk blends visual demonstrations and narratives to reveal how mineral structures inspire art and how creative approaches spark scientific inquiry.
L’arrivée de l’animation japonaise en France
Fri, 19 Mar 2027 at 19:00
Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité
A university lecture at Université Paris Cité on the arrival of Japanese animation in France, presented by Marie Pruvost-Delaspre in Salle 379F, Halle aux Farines. The talk explores how anime entered French culture, its reception, and the evolving relationship between Japanese and French media audiences.
L’impact environnemental de l’I.A. et des centres de données
Fri, 26 Mar 2027 at 15:30
Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité
An academic lecture on the environmental footprint of artificial intelligence and data centers, presented by Martine Villegas at Université Paris Cité's Amphithéâtre 10 E. The talk will address energy use, cooling challenges, and sustainability strategies shaping the data economy.
250th anniversary of the American Revolution — debates on the national novel
Tue, 30 Mar 2027 at 17:00
Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité
A university lecture at Université Paris Cité examining the 250-year legacy of the American Revolution and its role in shaping the US national narrative and political discourse. Led by Marie-Jeanne Rossignol in Amphithéâtre 9E, this talk explores how the 'national novel' idea informs history and politics.
Chat intérieur vs extérieur: wellbeing and épanouissement
Wed, 31 Mar 2027 at 19:30
Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité
An engaging CACAO-led talk at Université Paris Cité in Salle 226 C, Halle aux Farines, exploring interior vs exterior wellbeing and personal fulfillment. This accessible session invites reflection on how environment and mindset influence daily happiness, with practical insights for students and adults.
Cette Afrique qu’on n’apprenait pas à l’école
Fri, 2 Apr 2027 at 16:00
Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité
An insightful lecture at Université Paris Cité by Dominique Guihot, examining Africa's histories that are often missing from school curricula. The talk invites attendees to rethink dominant narratives and uncover overlooked continental perspectives in a university setting.
Le sucre et ses pièges: comprendre son rôle au quotidien
Fri, 2 Apr 2027 at 13:00
Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité
University talk by Catherine Bernard on how sugar shapes daily choices, followed by a hands-on workshop. Hosted at Université Paris Cité, the session blends science with practical tips to tame sugar cravings and improve everyday habits.